About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others.  As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems.  We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.

Summary:

The Paint Tech I is responsible for wiping, sanding, and inspecting all parts to be painted, as well as plugging and masking all parts. Other required tasks include blowing water, shot blow of area, and operation of overhead hoist to hang parts. The Paint Tech I will also assist in training others in all areas of the Paint Prepper role.

Essential Duties:

These duties are not meant to be all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

Wipe, sand, inspect all parts, up to and, including preparation of painted parts for paint repairPlug and mask all parts and blow all excess water and shot from cavities within the parts to allow for proper paint adhesion and needs to be familiar with the operation of the overhead hoist for hanging parts.Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and proper 5S standards. Demonstrate best practices to follow all safe procedures in assembling and testing of all models/products in assigned functionInspect completed parts for quality, validate components to meet production and quality standardsAssist in driving back defects to the point of origin along with facilitation of corrective actionsMaintain inventory levels by identifying, labeling, stocking, and recording materials and supplies where applicableAssist in training the knowledge and skills of paint prep processes and equipment functionsPolish, take readings (gloss, wave, scan, color), and adhesion testOther duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

At least 1-2 years’ experience in automotive manufacturingPrevious paint prep experienceFundamental computer, math, and reading skillsAbility to multi-task and adapt to a changing environment and processesMust be able to follow established methods and procedures and perform work accordinglyAbility to communicate with leadership and fellow team members in both written and verbal forms at a level above standardMust be team orientedAbility to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

Three years’ experience in automotive manufacturing (preferably in a Paint department)Proficient in safe operation of pneumatic tools such as a sanderHigh School Diploma/GED or certification program in equivalent field

Competencies:

Accountability: Responsible for the consequences of one’s actionsAttention to detail: Ability to see and become attentive to detailsTeam-oriented: Working well with others and maintaining a focus and value on teamCooperation: Ability to work effectively with others to achieve a shared goal, even when the object at stake is of no direct personal interestFlexible: Ability to respond, modify, and integrate change with minimal personal resistanceIdentification with Management: Ability and willingness to understand, accept, and carry out decisions and measures from leadershipInitiative: Recognize and create opportunities and act accordingly rather than waiting passively for opportunities to happenInsight: Having and gaining insight into situations, problems, and processesAbility to Meet Standards: Understanding established requirements to complete a task, job, or project and individual commitment to complete themQuality focused: Striving for continuous improvement and high-quality standardsIntegrity: Adhering to standards, values, and code of conduct within positionStress management: Ability to perform under pressure and within fast-paced environmentsReliability: Extent to which you can be counted on to do what is expected (completing assigned tasks, projects, and meeting deadlines)Dependable: Punctual and meets work attendance and deadline requirements

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands: Frequent: Standing, Walking/Running, Sitting, Reaching, Hearing, Talking, Visual, typing; Occasional: Climbing, Driving, Bending/Kneeling, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity; Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion, Lifting/Carrying up to 35 lbs., Pushing/Pulling up to 35 lbs.

Non-Physical Demands: Occasional: Analysis/Reasoning, Communication/Interpretation, Math/Mental Computation, Reading, Sustained Mental Activity (i.e., auditing, problem solving, composing reports), writing.

Environmental Demands: Occasional: Work Alone, Frequent Task Changes, Tedious/Exacting Work, Dust, Temperature Extremes, Loud Noises.

Work Schedule: Routine shift hours

Demands/Deadlines: Occasional stress due to deadlines or workload because of intermittent or cyclical work pressures, or occasional exposure to distressed individuals within the immediate work environment.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.